Tampa Bay is not considered a great sports market. We're a melting pot, with fans from all over the country who have not lost their hometown allegiances. We become a good sports market when one of our teams gets really good and following that team becomes the cool thing to do.
Right now that team is the Lightning. Going to Lightning games, following this playoff run is chic. Maybe it could change someday if the Rays get to another World Series or the Bucs get good again.
Until then, the Lightning is Tampa Bay's favorite son.
-Tom Jones of the Tampa Bay Times where you can read more on the Lightning and other Tampa Bay teams.
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